We are a small UK business, so we are not caught by Section 54 of the Modern Slavery Act 2015 (the £36m+ turnover threshold). We still choose to publish a clear stance.

This page explains what we do to help ensure modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business or our supply chain.

Who we are

The Retreat at Little Oaks is a small eco-wellness retreat on the edge of Blaenavon, next to the Brecon Beacons/Bannau Brycheiniog and the UNESCO World Heritage site. We offer luxury accommodation and a calm wellness space (pool, sauna, ice bath, Pilates studio, treatment room).

The vibe is restorative, nature led and inclusive. We have built in level access to core facilities so more people can enjoy the space. We run partly on solar, use rainwater where practical, and keep things local wherever we can.

This policy applies to all staff, contractors and temporary workers engaged by The Retreat at Little Oaks and guides how we work with our suppliers.

How we operate

• We are a small in house team and use occasional vetted contractors.
• If we ever use agency labour, it will be through reputable providers only, with basic checks in place.
• We never charge recruitment fees to workers and we expect the same of any labour provider.
• We carry out right to work checks for anyone we employ.

Our supply chain

Our main supplier groups are:

• Food and drink: Mainly local and Welsh producers (wines, spirits, soft drinks, simple menus from seasonal nearby suppliers).
• Housekeeping: Linens, laundry and cleaning products (we prefer certified and low impact options).
• Accommodation and kit: Decking and pergolas, toiletries and linens.
• Wellness: Treatment consumables, pool, sauna and ice bath supplies.
• Site services: Solar PV, waste and recycling collections, and safety equipment.
• Digital and payments: OTA Booking platforms, direct booking website and point of sale.

We expect key suppliers to comply with all applicable labour laws and to avoid any form of forced, bonded, compulsory or child labour.

Where risk could arise (and what we do)

For a small retreat, higher risk areas tend to be:

• Outsourced cleaning and laundry.
• Any agency labour.
• Imported items (for example cotton towels or toiletries).

Our approach is simple and proportionate:

• Pre purchase checks: We ask new suppliers about labour standards, any third party certifications and whether workers ever pay recruitment fees.
• Contract wording: Where appropriate, we include a short clause confirming no forced, child or bonded labour in purchase orders and service agreements.
• Spot checks: We watch for red flags, for example withheld passports, accommodation coercion or unexplained subcontracting.
• If something looks wrong: We pause purchasing, ask questions and switch suppliers if we are not satisfied. Where appropriate, we report concerns to the relevant authority.

Training and awareness

• We run a short annual team briefing (about 15 minutes) on signs of exploitation and how to raise concerns.
• We include this policy and our escalation route in new starter induction.

Speaking up

Staff, suppliers and guests can raise concerns via hello@littleoaksretreat.co.uk or directly with a Director. We will listen, act promptly and keep matters as confidential as possible.

We will never victimise anyone for raising a concern in good faith.

Reviewing this policy

Each year we:

• Refresh our supplier list and re confirm they meet our standards.
• Record any concerns raised and what we did about them.
• Update this page with any planned improvements.

We publish this statement on our website and review it annually, or sooner if something material changes.

Date: 19 November 2025

Signed: Andy Parfitt Jones

Co-Director and Owner, The Retreat at Little Oaks